Used Rega RP1

[Rico1919]

Hello everyone,

I've been patiently scouring my local CL and Goodwills for a year to finally upgrade my Sony PS-LX250H that I bought back during school. I was about to throw in the towel and buy new when one of the new tables I had my eye on popped up locally used. The seller is asking $300 (firm) for a lightly used RP1 with the original Ortofon OM 5E cartridge. Couple of questions for AK:

• Is this a decent deal for a lightly used RP1? I was checking eBay and prices seemed to be ~$300-$350. So it looks like I'm not getting a deal, but a standard price on a used table that I can see in person.
• Do you all think that the extra $150 for purchasing new is worth the warranty and possible lack of complications that accompanies a new RP1? I still don't have the best sense as to how many issues arise with the Rega that may justify having the warranty in your back pocket. My thought with the savings is that I could take that cash and put it towards a performance pack upgrade a little down the road, bringing me to the total cost of a standard, new RP1.
• If I do meet to take a look at the table, anything in particular with the RP1 that I should be on the lookout for?

Thanks everyone.
Rico

 

[HVHiFI]

There are no inherent problems with the RP1 I can think of. As long as the table and dust cover are in excellent condition he is asking a fair market price. Having money left over for the performance pack will also be nice.

 

[Hawkeye83]

I've had the RP1 for 3.5 years now, no issues. I replaced the stock cartridge with a Denon DL-160. I'd say go for it, unless money is no consideration...and in that case, you'd be looking at much more expensive tables.

 

[Wes_in_VA]

I'd say go for the used one and like you say, use the money for upgrades. Many tweaks to be had.